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Vol. 34, #3 • March 2013 Publisher: James Connors Managing Editor: Amanda Dagnino Editor: Josh Lambert Director of Sales: Jamie Bailey (252-241-9485) or sales@nccoast.com Sales Representative: Anne Riggs-Gillikin (252-725-9114) or anne@nccoast.com Jasa Lewis, Ashly Willis Creative Director: Kim LaChance Design/Layout: Erin Pallotti Graphic Design: Kyle Dixon, Mimi Guthrie Operations Manager: Cristie Penland Production Director: Rudy Taitague Lead Pressman / Mail Center: Skip Hicks Pressman: Allen Henry, Anthony Stamper Commercial Pressman: Edd Moore Bindery Leader: Jason Yates Bindery Operator: Rudy Taitague Distribution Manager: Dorrie Nicholson Distribution / Mail Center: Tina Best Pre Press: Corey Giesey Business Manager: Georgia Lewis Commercial Print: Andrea Vangelist, Amy Krysa EDITORIAL DEADLINE for the April, 2013 issue: March 8; email articles/events/photos to josh@nccoast.com.

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March Happenings

• Industry Nite. Every Monday in Christoph’s Pub. • Draft beer & liquor specials & complimentary snacks.

• Winter Jazz Jam Session. Thursday nights at 7pm in the pub. • Features John Van Dyke and some of the coolest cats around.

• Saint Patrick’s Day dinner. •

Christoph’s will be offering Corned Beef & Cabbage & our version of Shepherd’s Pie. Beer specials as well.

• Easter Brunch in our Grand Ballroom. 11am to 3pm. • A delightful feast of culinary delights created by the Chef’s of Christoph’s.

Christoph’s will be participating in the Taste of Coastal Carolina at the New Bern Convention Center on March 12.

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Neuseworthy Fri. 1: “The Women on the 6th Floor.” Craven Community College International Film Series presents this French comedy/drama. There will be a matinee at 2pm and a showing at 7:30pm in Orringer Auditorium. Details: 252-633-2618.

2-3: 18th Annual New Bern Train Show. The Carolina Coastal Railroaders will present seven operating train layouts including Thomas the Train and Friends in HO Scale, more than 25 vendors selling all kinds of railroad merchandise, food concessions and hourly door prize drawings.

The show runs from 10am-

5pm on Saturday and 10am4pm on Sunday at the New Bern Sudan Temple. Tickets are $6 age 12 and up, free under 12 with adult. Details: Joseph Hofmann at 252-6388872 or southernrrtrains@yahoo.com.

2, 9, 16, 23, 30: New Bern Farmer’s Market. 8am-2pm.

Whether they make it, bake it, grow it or sew it – you’ll find them all at the Farmer’s Market.

Local artists and farmers combine their efforts to offer a full range of items from fresh spring produce to homemade breads, pastries, cakes, cookies, local honey, wines and sauces. Also

find art, including pastels, aerial photography, flower arrangements, handmade scarves, hats, handbags, jewelry and home décor. There will be a St. Patrick’s Day celebration on March 16; Easter celebration March 30.

Details: 252-633-0043.

Oriental Farmer’s Market.

8-11am. The town of Oriental holds a traditional farmer’s market each Saturday morning between S. Water Street and the harbor. Expect arts and crafts and an array of produce.

Sat. 2: ABC Sale. 7:30am-1pm.

The New Bern Historical Society is busy planning its annual ABC (Attic-Basement-Closet) Sale at the Knights of Columbus Building on Pinetree Drive.

Offerings include electronics, dishes, antiques, sporting equipment, furniture, toys, jewelry, books and much, much more.

Details: 252-638-8558.

Bear City Opry. 7pm. Enjoy the Bear City Opry Country & Gospel Music Show at the Masonic Theatre in downtown New Bern for a night of good country and gospel music played the way it used to be played at the Grand Ole Opry.

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For nearly six hours on March 14, 1862, 11,000 Union forces and 4,500 inexperienced and ill-equipped Confederate troops battled for control of New Bern – a battle that drew the line in North Carolina and changed New Bern forever. The Union successfully took the city and occupied it for the remainder of the war.

Help commemorate the anniversary of the Battle of New Bern and relive these times of change during this special series of activities scheduled for the Civil War Weekend at Tryon Palace on March 9-10, with themed tours of the Union occupation by costumed interpreters in historic homes, a Union encampment and special Civil War exhibit, crafts from the past and much more.

Saturday, March 9, is filled with Tryon Palace Civil War Weekend activities. There will be a special opening of the New Bern Academy Museum on New Street between Hancock and Metcalf – just look for the encampment of Union soldiers featuring interactive drilling and musket firings. In addition to visiting the encampment, this is a rare opportunity to see the Academy’s Civil War exhibit. On Saturday, Crafts from the Past at the NC History Center invites families to learn about New Bern during the Civil War with craft activities from the period and a special interactive gallery cart that explores the bigger picture of the war and its effects on the people who lived through it.

Grab your dancing shoes on Saturday for a night of historic dances and games at A Soldier’s Ball, experiencing a different side of a Civil War soldier’s life. Music and dance instruction is by The Huckleberry Brothers and no experience is necessary so everyone is encouraged to come and participate. Both casual modern attire and Civil War era costumes are welcome — especially costumes.

Join Doug Batson on Saturday for his por-

trayal of Confederate Gen. Daniel Harvey Hill, who was arguably Robert E. Lee’s best division commander in 1862, but left the Army of Northern Virginia at year’s end for North Carolina. Batson’s first person portrayal of the acerbic brother-in-law of Stonewall Jackson in the Seven Days Battles and Sharpsburg spares no one, not even General Lee, from criticism. Included also is Lost Order 191, the greatest mystery of the American Civil War, inexplicably addressed to D.H. Hill. Batson’s wife, Terri, joins him on Sunday to help give first person impressions of D.H. and his wife Isabella in character. (cont. on page 29)

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Fundraiser for Glenn Poole.

11am-2pm. Glenn Poole, Havelock High School senior, was involved in a near drowning incident. In order to help the Poole family with the financial burden that continues to grow, this fundraiser will be held at Havelock High School Rams Stadium. Events include cornhole tournament, 5K run and bounce house. Admission is $10; $5 for students.

Scouting Out Tryon Palace: Historically Fit. 9am-5pm. Tryon Palace takes a look at how food has defined our cultures and traditions. This year’s Girl Scout Day will explore the food and fitness of early Americans and learn how they can teach us to have healthier lifestyles today. The day includes handson activities, games, crafts and tours of the Governor’s Palace, three historic homes, gardens, and the NC History Center.

Tickets are $10 per student; $15 adults. Details: 252-639-3524.

vanced registration is required for this class held at the library conference room. Details: 252638-7800.

Mon. 4: A Novel Idea Book Club. 1pm. The featured novel for January is “Forgiving Waters,” by Ken Capps for this month’s discussion at the New Bern Public Library. Free and open to the public, this monthly event is held in the conference room. Details: 252-638-7800.

Tue. 5: Reel Readers. 10am.

The featured film at this New Bern Library program is “The Jackie Robinson Story.” Starring Jackie Robinson and Ruby Dee, this movie follows the career of Jackie Robinson, the first black major league baseball player in the 20th century. A short discussion will follow the film. Coffee and donuts will be served.

Details: 252-638-7800.

Sun. 3: Asian Games. 2pm. The Asian Games Club of New Bern meets at the Trent River Coffee House. The featured game is Xiangqi (Chinese Chess). Instruction is available. Details: 252-514-2030.

Fri. 6: Pride and Passion – The African American Baseball Experience. The traveling exhibition opens daily during New Bern Library hours. Details: 252-638-7800.

7, 21: Let’s Talk About It. 6pm.

This is a discussion series at the Havelock Library that brings scholars and community members together to explore how selected books illuminate a particular theme. The series includes five books and five different scholars who lead the book session. The programs will focus on “Time’s Witness” and “Devil in a Blue Dress.”

Call the Havelock library at 252-447-7509 to register for the program. Details: 252-6332618 or baerj@cravencc.edu.

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Thur. 7: Prima Trio Performs.

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fourth concert of the 20122013 season features classical chamber music by Prima Trio, a gold medal winning trio at Centenary United Methodist Church, 309 New St., New Bern. Details: 252-637-1119.

8-10, 15-17, 22-23: “Honk! Jr.” The New Bern Civic Theatre brings this contemporary retelling of “The Ugly Duckling” to the stage, with its fun, captivating message for the whole family. Showtime is 7:30pm each Friday and Saturday and 2pm on Sundays. Tickets are $14 in advance, $16 at the door and $10 for students and active duty military. Details: newbercivictheatre.org.

Fri. 8: Toby Walker Performs.

8pm. This popular musician returns to the Trent River Coffee Company, New Bern, thanks to the Down East Folk Arts Society.

Tickets are $14 for adults; $12 for members and active-duty military; and $8 for students.

Doors open at 7pm. Details: www.downeastfolkarts.org.

ArtWalk. 5-8pm. Downtown New Bern art galleries stay open late and feature special sidewalk and inside events, receptions, music and more. Details: 252638-2577 or cravenarts.org.

Lincoln Perry Art Exhibit.

New Bern ArtWorks Fine Art Gallery will present an exhibit of works by artist Lincoln Perry, on view from March 8-April 30.

A reception will be held from 5-8pm on Friday, March 8 during the downtown ArtWalk to welcome the artist’s exhibit.

9-10: Civil War Weekend.

Commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Battle of New Bern with special programming at Tryon Palace from 9am-5pm on Saturday and 1-5pm on

hear the stories of the soldiers, civilians, and the buildings they inhabited in occupied New Bern through special Civil Warthemed tours of the historic Dixon and Stanly houses. Event runs from 10am-12:30pm and 1-4pm on Saturday and from 12:30-4pm on Sunday. Details: www.tryonpalace.org.

Sunday. Events include free admission to the exhibits at New Bern Academy, a Union soldier encampment and more. Details: www.tryonpalace.org.

Union Soldiers’ Encampment. After the Battle of New Bern, New Bern became an occupied Union city for the remainder of the war. Experience what life was like for a Union soldier stationed in New Bern after its fall. Musket firing demonstrations and interactive drilling will be conducted throughout the day. Event runs from 10am-4pm on Saturday and 12:30-4pm on Sunday. Details: www.tryonpalace.org.

New Bern Academy Museum Opening. Enjoy the New Bern Academy’s Civil War exhibits during this special weekend dedicated to the 150th Anniversary of New Bern’s occupation with free admission.

Event runs from 10am-4pm on Saturday and 12:30-4pm on Sunday, March 10. Details: www.tryonpalace.org.

New Bern Occupied. Held at the Dixon and Stanly Houses,

is $3 per child. Details: www. tryonpalace.org.

Douglas Baton Lecture.

11am. Doug Batson’s first person portrayal of the acerbic brother-in-law of Stonewall Jackson in the Seven Days Battles and Sharpsburg spares no one, not even General Lee, from criticism. Details: www. tryonpalace.org.

A Soldier’s Ball. 7-10:30pm.

Held at Mattocks Hall in NC History Center, mark the 150th anniversary of New Bern’s occupation by joining in for a night of historic dances and games, experiencing a different side of a Civil War soldier’s life. Music and dance instruction will be provided by The Huckleberry Brothers.

Cost is $7 per student; $10 per adult. Details: 252-639-3524.

Sat. 9: Saturday Bingo. 9-11am.

New Bern Parks & Recreation Dept. sponsors this program for seniors. There is no charge.

Held at the Stanley White Recreation Center every second Saturday of the month through May. There will be early sign up. Details: 252-639-2913.

Anne Beattie Book Signing.

Noon. New Bern ArtWorks Fine Art Gallery will host a book signing where Beattie will be on hand to “He makes....wine to gladden the hearts of man.” sign “The New Psalm 104:15 Yorker Stories” at New Bern ArtWorks Gallery, 323 PolLLC lock St. Details: 919-880-3015 Crafts from the Past. 9am2pm. Held in the Activity Classroom of the NC History Center, learn about New Bern during the Civil War with VINEYARD WINE SHOP family craft acWINE TASTING GIFTS tivities and a Visit our website to find out more special interactive gallery cart about our locally grown grapes & vineyard. that explores Open For Wine Tasting & Sales the bigger picture of the war Thursday - Saturday 11a.m. - 6p.m. and its effects on the people who lived www.neuseriverwinery.com through it. Cost

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Neuseworthy Saturday Afternoon at the Movies. 2:15pm. This month’s featured film at the library is “Soul of the Game.” In 1945, the world of baseball was divided between the majors and the African-American leagues – but the time has come for change. This movie is rated PG-13. Free and open to the public. Lemonade and popcorn will be served. Details: 252-638-7800.

Sun. 10: Guest Speakers: Doug and Terri Batson. 2pm.

Based on actual letters, Doug & Terri Batson give first person impressions of D.H. and his wife Isabella for this Civil War Sesquicentennial event held at Cullman Performance Hall in the NC History Center. Details: www.tryonpalace.org.

Tue. 12: Taste of Coastal Carolina. This fundraiser for the Neuse Riverkeeper Foundation brings some of the area’s best chefs to the New Bern Riverfront Convention Center for a sampling of Eastern North Carolina’s diverse cuisine. Details: 252-514-0051 or www. neuseriver.org.

Irish Music Session. 7pm.

An informal session of traditional Irish music is planned for the Trent River Coffee House. The sessions include a variety of instruments, including the accordion, fiddle, guitar and flute.

Donations are accepted at the door. Details: 252-514-2030.

Fresh from the Past: Movie Night. 7pm. Join Tryon Palace during our 2013 annual theme: Fresh from the Past, and participate in cooking demonstrations, food related program, tastings, dinners and movies.

Come and see our first movie of the year, “Ratatouille.” Free admission. Details: www.tryonpalace.org.

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Wed. 13: Tryon’s Tales for Tots: Life in Chatawka. 1011am. Pre-schoolers and parents will learn about life in Eastern North Carolina before the arrival of European settlers by learning about American Indian life, playing traditional games and making a Wampum Bracelet. Admission is $6 per child.

Details: 252-639-3500.

Children’s Movie Day. 4pm.

Come see “Everyone’s Hero,” a heartwarming comedy-adventure, telling the story of a young boy’s thousand-mile journey to help Babe Ruth and the New York Yankees win the World Series. For children in grades K through 5. Children’s Mini-Theater. Details: 252-638-7800.

15-17, 22-24: Songs For a New World. In this timeless musical, the audience is transformed from the deck of a 1492 Spanish sailing ship to a ledge 57 stories above Fifth Avenue to meet a startling array of characters ranging from a young man who has determined that basketball is his ticket out of the ghetto to a woman whose dream of marrying rich nabs her the man of her dreams and a soulless marriage. Show

times are 8pm on Friday and Saturday; 2pm Sunday. Tickets available online at www.ratiotheatre.org, by calling 252-6260358 or at the Ratio Theatre Company Office, 901 Pollock St. in New Bern.

Fri. 15: Bearfoot Performs.

7:30pm. The Pamlico Musical Society is happy to bring the sounds of Bearfoot to Oriental’s Old Theater. From their Alaskan roots to the Nashville music scene, Bearfoot has blazed a trail straight to the top of the bluegrass charts.

Tickets to Bearfoot’s concert are $20 and available online at www.pamlicomusic.org or at Nautical Wheelers, 411 Broad St., Oriental. Details: 252-2493670.

16-17: New Bern Home & Garden Show. Come enjoy one of Eastern North Carolina’s longest running Home & Garden Shows. For nearly 30 years New Bern has played host to this wonderful event. Take time to meet some of the area’s top professionals in the home & garden industry all under one roof. Admission is free. Details: 252-635-5658.

Sat. 16: Tuppence Performs.

7pm. New Bern’s dynamic duo of traditional music presents an evening of Irish music at Trent River Coffee Company.

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Eve with this fun evening of Irish music.

Admission is $8. Details: 252514-2030 6th Annual Chowder CookOff. 11:30-1:30pm. Oriental Woman’s Club holds this annual event at the courtyard of the Oriental Marina. Right now, OWC is lining up the chefs who will compete for the votes of the public and the judges. If you’ve got chowder you think can’t be beat, bring it on. Details: 252-249-0888.

Sun. 17: The Lincolns: An Intimate Portrait with Paul Switzer and Alma Gibbons. 2pm.

Join in for a rare opportunity to eavesdrop as the Lincolns prepare for their interview on the last day of President Lincoln’s life, April 14, 1865. Experience a unique insight into the world of this memorable couple at the Way Station and auditorium.

Details: 252-638-8558.

Paul Saik in Concert. 3pm.

The RiverTowne Reperatory Players present renowned Christian recording artist Paul Saik in concert at the Centenary Methodist Sanctuary, 309 New St. He will be featuring traditional Irish songs, Broadway

songs and well known favorite hymns. Tickets are $15and can be purchased at the Bank of the Arts, 317 Middle St., New Bern.

Details: 252-633-3318

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Exploring Tucked away on the banks of the Neuse River, the city of New Bern offers the comforts of a modern riverside city with a historic tradition that dates back to Colonial times. In 1710, Swiss baron Christopher de Graffenried founded New Bern as the second-oldest town in North Carolina, naming the city after Bern, the Swiss capital. The bear proudly displayed throughout the city comes from the Swiss city’s name, taken from the German word “bären” or “bears.”

While providing shopping and dining experiences on par with other major cities, New Bern maintains the spirit and feel of a small town. Visitors can explore 150 historic landmarks, many of which date back to the 18th century. The revitalized historic district offers visitors a variety of shops, galleries, restaurants and historic homes.

Tryon Palace is one of New Bern’s most popular historic sites. Completed in 1770, Tryon Palace was built by British Governor William Tryon and served as the capital building in the later 1700s when New Bern was North Carolina’s capital. Tryon Palace hosted many famous people, including George Washington.

New Bern is also famed for a late 1800s pharma-

cist named Caleb Bradham. Bradham mixed syrup of coca, kola nut extracts and rare oils with carbonated water to create the fizzy beverage known today as Pepsi Cola.

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In a place where boats outnumber its residents nearly three to one, the town of Oriental is a sailor’s refuge tucked away along the Neuse River, which oddly enough, earned its named from a Union Steamship that sank 33 miles north of Hatteras, near Bodie Island. The wife of Oriental’s founder and first postmaster, Lou Midyette, is said to have seen the transom of the vessel displayed years later at a home in Manteo and found it to be the ideal name for their little waterside hamlet.

Boats are not just a part of Oriental’s history, they define it. Labeled the sailing capital of North Carolina, it’s common to find residents and visitors kayaking, fishing and sailing year round. Nearly 5-6,000 sailors come in to port each year from the Intracoastal Waterway, many for the collection of regattas held throughout the year.

The town boasts a plethora of activities, a wealth of award-winning artisans, an active music scene, a theater group and a thriving community spirit.

The year-round ferry, which carries 30 cars, docks at Minnesott Beach, just 10 miles from Oriental, making it accessible to points east and west.

Nestled along Hwy 70 between Morehead City and New Bern, Havelock is best known as the home of Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, now the largest air station in the world. From its landmark Harrier plane propped up halfway through town to the thundering sounds

of passing jets, there is no mistaking the presence and effect the air station has on Havelock’s visitors and residents.

A small community started in the mid-1800s, Havelock grew, in part, because of the union between Atlantic and North Carolina railroads. A depot was built at the crossing and named after British Gen. Henry Havelock.

The 1940s and World War II brought with them MCAS Cherry Point and Havelock’s population exploded, from about 100 to approximately 22,500 people.

Havelock enjoys visitors year round, with annual events like its NC Chili Festival and the Cherry Point Air Show, held each year in June, and natural attractions such as the Croatan National Forest and Neuse River. To learn more about Havelock, visit cityofhavelock.com.

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Neuseworthy (cont. from page 11) Wed. 20: Yahoo! Email Computer Class. 2:15pm. Advance registration is required for this ongoing education course offered at the New Bern Public Library. Details: 252-638-7800.

Thur. 21: “Jackie Robinson: A Game Apart.” 7pm. AfricanAmerican Lecture from guest speaker Mike Wiley at NC History Center. Mike Wiley Productions is a driving force in the development and promotion of documentary theatre. Led by actor and playwright, Mike Wiley, the company’s plays span the worlds of Emmett Till, Henry “Box” Brown, Jackie Robinson and more. Details: www.tryonpalace.org.

“Take Me Out to the Ballgame.” 4pm. Join the children’s department of the library for a baseball-themed story-time for children in grades K through 2.

Details: 252-638-7800.

“Batter-Up!” 4pm. Join the StorySeekers at the New Bern Library for a baseball-themed

program for children in grades 3 through 5. Details: 252-6387800.

Fri. 22: Friday Flicks. 7:30pm.

“Hugo” will be the featured film at the Old Theater, Oriental.

The box office opens at 6pm; film is rated PG. The $5 admission includes free popcorn. Details: www.oldtheater.org.

Sat. 23: The HOPE Ball. This gala affair at the New Bern Riverfront Convention Center raises funds for the Hope Clinic.

Expect dinner, open bar, live music and more. Details: 252745-5760.

The Harbour Jazz Quartet Performs. 7:30pm. Bob Dumon, trumpet; Margaret Rose, piano; Bill Green, percussion; Ann Sorocki, vocalist will appear at the Trent River Coffee Company, 208 Craven St. Also appearing will be New Bern’s own poet, Meg Wethington. Tickets are $5. Details: 252-514-2030.

Sports Lecture. 2pm. “The

Moral Significance of Sports: How Sports Reflect and Affect Society,” a lecture by UNC Professor Jan Boxill will be presented at the New Bern Public Library. Details: 252-638-7800.

Mon. 25: “Baseball Hooha!”

5pm. Come join the baseball fun with Krissy at the New Bern Public Library. For young adults in grades 6 through 12. Details: 252-638-7800.

Tue. 26: Hearing Loss Association Meeting. 11am. Meet with the New Bern Chapter at 1325 McCarthy Blvd. in the Common Room at McCarthy Court Apartments. The guest speaker will be Diane Brideson of United Hospice. Her topic will be the living will. For questions please call Jim at 252-635-2189 or email Cindy at cgkoran@hotmail.com.

“Lunch ‘n Learn – Cedar Grove Cemetery.” Noon. Join local historian and storyteller John Leys visits the New Bern Public Library for a pictorial history of one of the area’s oldest and most historic burial sites, with politicians and Civil War victims. Bring a brown bag lunch. Desserts and beverages will be served. Details: 252-6387800.

Wed. 27: Kindle Basics.

2:15pm. Advanced registration is required for this class held at the library conference room.

Details: 252-638-7800.

Thur. 28: Sunrise Business Update. 8-9am. Swiss Bear Downtown Development Corporation and the New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce is partnering for this a new opportunity open to the business community. Bimonthly meetings are scheduled throughout the year at Baker’s Kitchen, 227 Middle St. Details: 252-638-5781.

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World Music in the Schools

Thanks to a grant from the NC Arts Council and the Craven Arts Council, along with matching funds from members, the Down East Folk Arts Society is able to present programs on music from around the world to area fifth graders. For the second year, Simon Spalding is bringing his assortment of musical instruments from around the world to share with fifth graders in Craven County.

The program began in October and continues through April, with a total of five visits to each of the schools over the course of five months. With approximately 75 children per presentation, this program is able to reach hundreds of area children.

Performing for small groups of schoolchildren allow time for questions and the kids are exposed to the sights and sounds

of the foundations of our own music originating from the Far East, Europe, Africa and South America. Spalding owns more than 200 instruments and discusses the origin of each one he brings as well as demonstrating each with short concerts. The only difficulty, organizers say, is shooing the chil(cont. on page 18)

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The New Bern Historical Society and Tryon Palace present “The Lincolns: An Intimate Portrait” portrayed by Paul Switzer and Alma Gibbons at 2pm on Sunday, March 17, at the Way Station Theatre of Tryon Palace, on the corner of Pollock and George streets.

Join in for a rare opportunity to eavesdrop as the Lincolns prepare for their upcoming newspaper interview on the last day of President Lincoln’s life, April 14, 1865. As they discuss many details of their lives together, audiences experience a rare insight into the world of this memorable couple, played by two of New Bern’s finest character performers; their young son Tad may also appear.

It’s fitting that this dramatic presentation based on the personal relationship of the Lincolns takes place in March, Women’s History Month. The old adage states that “behind every great man there is a woman” and it truly applies to Abraham and Mary Lincoln. Mary Ann Todd Lincoln played an important role in sculpting her husband’s career. The Todd family of Lexington, KY, was very prominent. Mary attended a finishing school for young ladies, spoke fluent French and was the belle of the ball at important society functions.

Her sister Elizabeth Edwards married the son of the governor of Illinois and Mary lived with her sister in Springfield.

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just that. Her social and political connections certainly aided the self educated backwoodsman Lincoln in moving forward with his legal and political career. More importantly, she was a staunch abolitionist. Mary pushed her husband toward taking her view that slavery was morally evil, not just a political problem; she was overjoyed when he signed the Emancipation Proclamation.

The Lincolns will be introduced by Bernard George of the Historic Society and escorted by the color guard of the US Colored Troops.

After the program, attendees are invited to meet the Lincolns in a reception line and enjoy refreshments and sample President Lincoln’s favorite desert.

Paul Switzer and Alma Gibbons have portrayed President and Mrs. Lincoln many times.

They met as character interpreters at Tryon Palace where they have depicted various historical characters of New Bern. Both have been ‘ghosts’ in the annual Ghost Walk and never fail to delight the crowds.

Tickets are $10 for adults; $5 students with ID. Call the New Bern Historical Society at 252-6388558 for advance tickets as seating is limited.

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dren back out the door when the program is over, as they all want to file by to get one last look.

For more information on the varied programs offered through the Down East Folk Arts Society, email eimcgowen@gmail. com or visit www.downeastfolkarts.org.

Book Signing by Ann Beattie

New Bern ArtWorks Fine Art Gallery will host a book signing by Ann Beattie at noon on Saturday, March 9. Beattie will be on hand to sign “The New Yorker Stories.”

Beattie is an American short story writer and novelist. She has received an award for excellence from the American Academy and Institute of Arts and Letters and the PEN/Malamud Award for excellence in the short story form. She holds an undergradu-

ate degree from American University and a master’s degree from the University of Connecticut. Beattie has taught at Harvard College and the University of Connecticut and presently teaches at the University of Virginia, where she is the Edgar Allan Poe chair of the department of English and creative writing. In 2005 she was selected as winner of the Rea Award for the short story, in recognition of her outstanding achievement in that genre.

Beattie is married to painter Lincoln Perry. In 2005 the two collaborated on a published retrospective of Perry’s paintings.

Entitled “Lincoln Perry’s Charlottesville,” the book contains an introductory essay and artist’s interview by Beattie. New Bern ArtWorks & Company is located at 323 Pollock St., downtown New Bern. The gallery is open from 10am-6pm Monday-Friday and from 10am-5pm on Saturday. For further information, contact Donna Slade at dsladeart@gmail.com or call 919-880-3015.

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In September 2012, Glenn Poole, Havelock High School senior, was involved in a near drowning incident. His severe injuries resulted in a 12-week hospital recovery and according to his father his recovery has been a miracle. The family is thankful for the prayers from churches and individuals in Havelock, Craven County and all over the country.

Glenn still faces challenges and is involved in extensive therapy. In order to help the Poole family with the tremendous financial burden that continues to grow, this fundraiser will be held from 11am-2pm on Saturday, March 2 at Havelock High School Rams Stadium.

The event includes a cornhole tournament and a 5K run, both with an entry fee of $25. Admission is included in the entry

price for these two events.

There will also be a walka-thon, a bounce house for the kids and plenty of food for sale. Admission is $10; $5 for students. Donations may also be sent to Havelock High School, 101 Webb Blvd., Havelock, NC 28532.

Volunteers Needed

Craven Literacy Council is offering a workshop to train volunteer tutors to work with adults who want to improve their lives with increased literacy skills. The 15-hour workshop will provide participants with teaching techniques and materials that will prepare them to tutor with the council.

If you have ever considered giving back to your community in this way, call today.

Craven Literacy Council has a waiting list of more than 40 students in need of a tutor and they need your help to reach their goals. With so many students waiting, volunteers are highly sought after.

The workshop will begin on Tuesday, March 12 and will continue with sessions each Tuesday and Thursday through March 26. Each training session will be from 9:30am-12:30pm at 2507-F Neuse Blvd.

To register for this workshop, or for information, call Craven Literacy Council at 252637-8079 or visit www.cravenliteracy.org.

Prima Trio Performs

New Bern is in for a treat with Craven Concerts fourth concert of this season featuring classical chamber music by Prima Trio at 7:30pm on Thursday, March 7 at the Centenary United Methodist Church, 309 New St., New Bern.

Combining clarinet, violin and piano, this award-winning trio’s repertoire ranges from chamber standards to exotic gems.

The group was formed eight years ago when they were studying at the Oberlin Conservatory and are one of the most popular concert groups in the country, with a completely booked season schedule.

Anastasia Dedik, Boris Allakhverdyan and Gulia Gurevich joined forces, minds, hearts and talents to create a chamber group of uncommon variety and repertoire.

The Prima Trio was then born out of three friends who simply enjoyed making music with one another.

The trio triumphed at the 2007 Fischoff Chamber Music Competition, winning the coveted grand prize as well as the gold medal in the senior division. In addition, the Prima Trio was awarded a Midwest Winner’s Tour and a European debut at Italy’s Emilia Romagna Festival, as well as a total of $10,500 in prize money. The final round and grand-prize winner’s concert were held at the DeBartolo Performing Arts Center on the campus of the University of Notre Dame in Indiana.

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Once again, historic homes in Oriental will be on tour at the 4th annual Tour of Homes and Gardens on Saturday, April 13.

This year’s tour features several homes on the water including the stately W.J. Moore House, locally known as the Stallings River House. Oriental, founded in 1899, is known for its historic homes and waterfront, river views, quiet creeks, sailing and boating, restaurants, art galleries and gift shops.

Advance tickets are $16 and available at Denton’s Pharmacy, Nautical Wheelers and Oriental’s History Museum. On the day of the event, tickets are $20 and available at any house on the tour. The tour is sponsored by Oriental’s History Museum and St. Thomas Episcopal Church Women to support their respective missions. For more information, email museum@dockline.net.

Library Hosts Traveling Exhibition

The exhibition “Pride and Passion: The African-American Baseball Experience” runs from March 8 through April 18 at the New Bern-Craven County Public Library. This exhibition tells the story of how black baseball players from the late 19th century onward persevered through discrimination to excel at the sport they loved.

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minor leagues, but opportunities diminished as the reconstruction period ended and segregation became entrenched as part of American culture. During the 1887 season, league owners agreed to make no new contracts with African-American players. Black baseball players, shut out of the major leagues, organized their own baseball clubs, and starting in the 1920s, formed their own leagues.

This exhibition tells the story of Negro league baseball and how it grew into a multi-million dollar enterprise and a focus of great pride in the African-American community. Players like Satchel Paige, Josh Gibson and James “Cool Papa” Bell, and teams like the Chicago American Giants, Kansas City Monarchs and Birmingham Black Barons drew enthusiastic crowds, developed a reputation for a fast-running, power-hitting game and paved the way for the integration of the sport.

“We are looking forward to sharing this exhibit with the community,” said Joanne Straight, head librarian. The New Bern-Craven County Public Library is one of only 50 libraries nationwide to receive a grant allowing us to host the exhibition. The display shows that, in spite of segregation, black players helped advance the game of baseball in many ways.”

The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum and the American Library Association Public Programs Office organized the traveling exhibition, which was made possible by a major grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities. The traveling exhibition is based upon an exhibition of the same name on permanent display at the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, NY.

The exhibit is open to the public during library hours of operation. The library is sponsoring free programs and other events in connection with the exhibition. For more details, call 252-638-7800 or visit www. newbern.cpclib.org.

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Tuppence will perform drinking songs, ballads, sea chanteys, jigs, reels, hornpipes and much more in a show where anything Irish and musical can and probably will happen.

Trent River Coffee Company is located at 208 Craven St., New Bern. Hot and cold teas and coffees, milkshakes, pastries and a non-alcoholic version of Irish coffee are available for purchase. Admission is $8.

For more information, call 252-514-2030.

According to The Boston Globe, Bearfoot is “old time, roots, Americana, folk, bluegrass whatever … it’s just plain old pleasure.”

Tickets to Bearfoot’s concert are $20 and available online at www.pamlicomusic.org or at Nautical Wheelers, 411 Broad St., Oriental.

A workshop delivered by Bearfoot takes place at 3pm on the day of the concert at Oriental’s Old Theater. The event is free and open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis.

This interactive, performance-based workshop is ideal for bluegrass students of all ages. For more information, call 252-249-3670 or visit www.pamlicomusic.org.

Irish Music Rings in St. Patrick’s Day

Tuppence, New Bern’s dynamic duo of traditional music, presents an evening of Irish music at Trent River Coffee Company at 7pm on Saturday, March 16. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Eve with this fun evening of Irish music.

The duo consists of Sara and Simon Spalding, playing fiddle, guitar, Irish cittern, mandolin, bodhran (Irish drum) and other instruments.

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Toby Walker Returns to New Bern

A unique, accomplished guitar virtuoso adept at blues, rags and hot country picking, Toby Walker returns to Eastern North Carolina at 8pm on Friday, March 8 at the Trent River Coffee Company, New Bern. The Down East Folk Arts Society is excited for Walker’s performance and his one-ofa-kind blend of blues.

Walker is also an accomplished singer/ songwriter who draws inspiration from both contemporary and traditional music. Walker’s love for the blues led him south, where he learned from some of the early masters like “Son” Thomas, Etta Baker and R.L. Burnside; Walker’s talents and travels are reflected in the passion of his performances. Audiences are not only awed by his finger-picking abilities, but are also entertained by humorous stories, leaving them with an experience that lasts long after the sounds have faded away.

“You have to hear this great musician. I’m blown away,” said Jorma Kaukonen, guitarist for Hot Tuna.

Tickets are $15; $12 for members; and $8 for students. For more information, visit www. downeastfolkarts.org or reserve tickets by texting 252-646-4657.

Born in New York City in 1949, Perry attended Columbia University and received a master’s degree from Queens College. Perry has taught at the University of Arkansas, Queens College and the University of New Hampshire.

Perry’s work has been widely exhibited in a variety of venues, including more than a dozen solo shows. His paintings are in numerous private and public collections, including the University of Virginia and the Shell Oil Company.

New Bern ArtWorks & Company is located at 323 Pollock St., downtown New Bern. The gallery is open from 10am-6pm Monday-Friday and from 10am-5pm on Saturday. For more information, call 252-634-9002 or visit www. newbernartworks.com.

Artist Lincoln Perry Exhibited

New Bern ArtWorks Fine Art Gallery will present an exhibit of works by artist Lincoln Perry, on view from March 8-April 30. A reception will be held from 5-8pm on Friday, March 8 during the downtown ArtWalk to welcome the artist’s exhibit.

Perry is a contemporary painter and sculpture possessed by learning from the past and translating it into something new. He currently serves as the distinguished visiting artist at the University of Virginia, where he has been creating a massive mural in Cabell Hall on the campus.

Perry’s oils are contemporary realist depictions of figures in tropical settings. A recent show, “Works in Progress,” documents the men and machines continually at work on Smathers Beach, while the cool tones of “Secret Garden” invite the viewer down a shady path at Nancy Forrester’s hidden jungle; Perry’s paintings have a mysterious quality.

In addition to ceaselessly painting and drawing, Perry has been sculpting for more than eighteen years. Each of Perry’s new sculptures portrays a couple: joined, flailing, plummeting.

They are at once both gorgeous and haunting.

Their demure size pulls the viewer closer, forcing an intimate interaction with the doomed couples. Shown in suits and dresses, there is an implied back story of these men and women before their fall.

Twins Exhibit Artwork

Carolina Creations Fine Art and Contemporary Craft Gallery, 317 Pollock St, will present “Twins” through April. The opening reception will be from 5-8pm during the March ArtWalk on Friday, March 8. One 20 foot wall divided in half presents the artworks of identical twins Jane and Nancy Horner. The exhibited works are expressions of two distinctly individual lives.

While living in western Alaska among the Yupik Eskimo communities, Nancy was inspired by their strong culture. For the Yupik, the realities of life on the Delta underlined the practicality of their traditional culture. Living in a difficult climate, far from job centers and sources of supplies, some still rely on the land for food.

The artist and her twin, Jane, were born in Springfield, Ill. Nancy resides in Cary. She received a bachelor’s degree in nutrition from UNC-Greensboro and a master’s degree in community education from Appalachian State University. Her skills include beading, weaving, fabric art, doll making, watercolor and assemblage.

Jane majored in studio arts and art history, receiving a bachelor’s degree and traveling to Europe. She then earned a master’s degree from UNC-Greensboro before settling in northern Vermont for 30 years. Jane now lives in New Bern. She has worked in the professions of archaeological illustration and fieldwork, early childhood education materials and garden restoration. Primarily, her life experience is within New Bern Magazine

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“My work is informed by process. It is an exploratory, naturally ebullient way of working that is beyond product,” said Jane.

The work for this show includes paintings and silk screen prints. The show will run through April 30 at Carolina Creations. Hours are 10am6pm, Monday-Saturday and 11am-3pm, Sunday. For more information, call 252-633-4369, email info@carolinacreations.com or visit the website at www.carolinacreations.com.

Paul Saik in Concert

RiverTowne Players is pleased to present Paul Saik in a St. Patrick’s Day Concert at 3pm on Sunday, March 17 in the Centenary Methodist Sanctuary, 309 New St. He will be featuring traditional Irish songs, Broadway songs and well known favorite hymns.

Saik, a native of Jackson, Miss., began playing piano at age 3 and many of his performances were in church. A versatile singer, he has performed with opera companies throughout the US and around the world. Saik has also appeared with various symphonies and has worked with the likes of Baz Luhrmann in the New York Broadway scene.

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of sacred music, “I Choose Jesus,” in the summer of 2004. His latest album release, in the fall of 2008, “Remembrances” showcases powerful performances such as “Summertime” and “Moon River” interlaced with the gentle romance of classic ballads like “Embraceable You” and “I’ll be Seeing You.”

Saik is the director of music ministries at Centenary Methodist Church in New Bern where he resides with Katie and daughter, Blakely.

Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at the Bank of the Arts, 317 Middle Str., New Bern.

For information, visit www.rivertowneplayers. com or call 252-633-3318.

Civic Theater Presents “Honk! Jr.”

The New Bern Civic Theatre invites everyone out for its presentation of “Honk! Jr.,” a musical adaptation and contemporary retelling of the Hans Christian Andersen story “The Ugly Duckling.” It strives to incorporate a message of tolerance that is fun, captivating and enjoyable for the whole family. The book and lyrics are by Anthony Drewe and music is by George Stiles of the British songwriting duo Stiles and Drewe.

The musical is set in the countryside and features Ugly, a duckling rejected by everyone but his mother, Ida. She is a sly tomcat who wants to eat Ugly, along with other barnyard creatures. Join Ugly, his mom, and other barnyard animals as they romp through the countryside and learn valuable life lessons. The musical debuted at The Watermill Theatre in England in 1993. The West End production opened in 1999 and won the 2000 Olivier Award for Best Musical. The show is frequently produced by schools, as well as regional and community theatre groups, in Britain, the US and Canada.

This performance is directed by Abigail Leffler, produced by Leah Huttlinger and has musical direction from Beth Cox. The play is held March 8-10, 15-17 and 22-23, with Friday and Saturday showings at 7:30pm and Sunday matinees at 2pm. Tickets are $14 in advance, $16 at the door and $10 for active duty military and students with ID. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.newberncivictheatre.org.

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Food, Wine & Gourmet

Neuse River Winery, 169 Morris Creek Lane, Oriental. Small batch artisanal winery specializes in American/French hybrid grapes that grow well in the Eastern North Carolina climate.

The tasting room open Thur.Sat. 11am-6pm or by appointment, 252-249-1503.

Bear Towne Java, 323 Middle St., New Bern’s premier coffeehouse & cafe serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, an array of desserts, fresh juice smoothies, shakes, assorted teas & wonderful iced & hot coffee & espresso beverages; open 7am, 252-6337900 (R-18).

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Century 21 Sail/Loft, 1000 Broad St., Oriental, is the waterfront realty specialist with more than 30 years experience in Oriental and Pamlico County. The team is standing by to help you choose a home in one of the

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Bern Bear Gifts, 301 Pollock St., New Bern’s original souvenir & gift source for European imports & city/state souvenirs.

Emphasis on Bern, Switzerland, our “Mother City.” All flags, T-

shirts, chocolates, nice selecTwice as Nice, 224 Craven tion of English teapots, musical St., is an upscale consignment notions, German nutcrackers, boutique featuring high quality cuckoo clocks & steins. Visiwomen’s, men’s and children’s tor information too, phone/fax clothing and accessories, home 252-637-2300 (R-19). décor, and furniture items at reasonable prices. Open Mon.Four C’s, 252 Middle St., ofFri. 10-6pm, Sat. 10-5pm and fers unique gifts, T-shirts & Sun. 12-4pm (March thru Dec.), toys, plus active clothing from 252-633-4432 (R-19).

Columbia, Woolrich & Atlantis.

VashTi Lifestyle Clothing, loAlso sandals, shoes & boots by cally owned and operated by Teva, Naot, Dansko & ColomLynne and Tom Janyssek, offers bia. Mon.-Sat. 10am-6pm, Sun. corporate to casual, lifestyle 11am-3pm. Great gifts for all clothing for men and women in ages, free gift wrapping, 252the heart of historic downtown 636-3285 (R-18).

New Bern. Call 252-514-6720 Jan’s Hallmark, in the New Bern or find them on Facebook.

Mall, 3100 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., is the perfect stop for all your gift shopping. Hallmark Transportation & cards, candles and a variety of Business Services collectibles, including Precious Bridget Ipock – Farm Bureau InMoments, Willow Tree, Jim surance, 2305 Hwy 70 E, New Shore, Lolita Glasses and a vaBern. Located in the James City riety of seasonal and everyday area, Bridget is prepared to disitems. Call 252-638-1585 or visit cuss all your insurance needs, www.jans-hallmark.com. from life to property to auto. Call Mitchell Hardware, 215 Craher today at 252-637-3437 or ven St., a New Bern tradition for email bridget.ipock@ncfb.com.

100 years offers a complete line Coastal Carolina Regional Airof hardware, gifts, cast iron & port, 200 Terminal Drive in New enamelware, crockery, pottery, Bern is close, convenient & concookbooks & more! It’s great nected. Now offering more airbrowsing in a yesteryear setting lines for more convenience: US with everything you need … toAirways Express & announcing day. Mon.-Fri. 6:30am-5:30pm, new Delta Connection Service Sat. 6:30am-5pm, 252-638provided by Atlantic Southeast 4261, mitchellhardwareonline.

Airlines. Visit NewBernAirport. com (R-19). com for more info.

Tryon Palace Museum Store, 529 S. Front St., located in the NC History Center, offers a wide assortment of special!UTO s (OME s ,IFE s (EALTH s "USINESS s 2ETIREMENT ty products, including books, food, plants, pottery and fine crafts, jewelry, Bridget Ipock tabletop obFarm Bureau Insurance jects, toys and 2605 Hwy 70 East, New Bern, NC 28560 more. 252-639252.637.3437, ncfbins.com email: bridget.ipock@ncfbins.com 3532 (R-15).

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On both Saturday and Sunday guests can explore the Union occupation and hear the stories of soldiers and civilians through special Civil War-themed tours by costumed interpreters of the Stanly and Dixon houses. Don’t miss this opportunity to travel back in time and witness this very special Civil War Weekend observing the anniversary of the Battle of New Bern. For more information, call 800-767-1560 or 252-6393500.

Schedule of Events Saturday & Sunday, March 9-10 Civil War Weekend: Keepers of the Town.

After its fall to Union troops in March of 1862, New Bern remained a Federally-occupied city for the remainder of the war. Learn what life was like for the Union soldiers stationed in a city behind enemy lines.

Union Soldiers’ Encampment. Experience what life was like for a Union soldier stationed in New Bern after its fall. Musket firing demonstrations and interactive drilling will be conducted throughout the day. Price is included with regular admission.

New Bern Occupied. Hear the stories of the soldiers, civilians, and the buildings they inhabited in occupied New Bern through special Civil War-themed tours of the historic Dixon and Stanly houses. Price is included with regular admission.

Saturday, March 9 Crafts from the Past. 10am-2pm. Learn about New Bern during the Civil War with family craft activities and a special interactive gallery cart that explores the bigger picture of the war and

its effects on the people who lived through it.

Price is $3.

Douglas Batson as Confederate General Daniel Harvey Hill. 11am. NC History Center, Cullman Performance Hall, Doug Batson’s first person portrayal of Confederate General D.H. Hill is free and open to the public. Join Batson as he takes you back in time and sets the scene for Civil War history.

A Soldier’s Ball. 7-10:30pm. Music and dance instruction will be provided. No experienced necessary. Both casual modern attire and Civil War era costumes are welcome. Light refreshments will be included with the ticket and a cash bar will be available for participants over the age of 21 wishing to purchase wine and beer. Tickets are $12 students; $9 adults.

Sunday, March 10 “I Will Not Submit to the Swindle:” Guest Speakers: Doug and Terri Batson. 2pm. Based on actual letters, Doug and Terri Batson give first person impressions of D.H. and his wife Isabella for this Civil War event at the NC History Center. Admission is free.

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